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New owners of 457 Main Street urged to file formal application after informal guidance on gutters and drainage
Summary
New owners Autumn and Bridal Haddix requested guidance to stop foundation deterioration at 457 Main Street; the commission advised immediate drainage measures (perforated drain pipe and swale), recommended filing a formal application by July 30 for the August meeting, and discussed wood vs aluminum gutter options.
New owners of 457 Main Street sought the commission’s advice on gutters and drainage to arrest a failing foundation during an informal presentation on July 17.
Autumn Haddix said a preservationist had recommended adding gutters on the left side of the house and possibly a French drain or swale to address an area where the floor has sunk several inches. She said the husband has upcoming military orders and the family is seeking an expedited solution.
Commissioners discussed options: wooden gutters are historically appropriate but aluminum or AZEK replicates can be used where water volume requires it. Several commissioners recommended installing a perforated drain pipe or swale immediately to reduce water intrusion and then filing a formal application for the August agenda; staff confirmed the application deadline is July 30.
The board offered technical guidance on temporary and long-term fixes, encouraged the applicants to submit a formal application for review at the next meeting, and advised coordination with a foundation contractor and the preservationist’s recommendations.
